By Madu Obi The wife of the Anambra State governor, Mrs Nonye Soludo has lamented the rising figures of cardiovascular-based deaths and called for a conscious and more intentional medical and habitual discipline. Mrs Soludo, who is the founder of the non-governmental crusade, Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo Initiative, who spoke in Awka, noted that the seeming neglect by many people to go for routine heart checks, has helped the increase in most cardiovascular diseases, incl

By Madu Obi The wife of the Anambra State governor, Mrs Nonye Soludo has lamented the rising figures of cardiovascular-based deaths and called for a conscious and more intentional medical and habitual discipline. Mrs Soludo, who is the founder of the non-governmental crusade, Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo Initiative, who spoke in Awka, noted that the seeming neglect by many people to go for routine heart checks, has helped the increase in most cardiovascular diseases, incl

By Madu Obi Former Deputy Governor of Anambra State, Dr. Nkem Okeke has lauded Governor Chukwuma Soludo administration's urban renewal efforts, noting that he had aggressively transformed the state. Speaking during a tour of some high-impact projects executed by Governor Soludo, including the Country Club, the Solution Funcity, and the Light House, Okeke described the developments as a testament to strategic governance. According to him, the tour highlighted a shift towards w

By Madu Obi The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 26 - year old Anikpe Valentine Chibuike, for allegedly murdering his girlfriend, Ogechukwu Mmadubugwu, 35, who is a single mother. The state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga said in a statement that the incident happened in Ekwulobia, Aguata Local Government Area of the state. It was gathered that the suspect, after carrying out the act, dropped a note at the scene of the murder, claiming that some

By Madu Obi Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed serious concern over the increasing traffic congestion caused by what he described as poorly positioned security checkpoints across major roads in the country, noting that they are posing a threat to public safety rather than offering protection. In a statement shared following his travels during the festive season, Obi described the traffic situation on several highways as “distre

By Madu Obi As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen law enforcement capacity and deepen security across Anambra State, Governor Chukwuma Soludo has donated 30 operational vehicles to the state command of the Nigeria Police. Recall that last year, the state government also donated 170 operational vehicles to security agencies in the state to boost crime fighting and provide security in all parts of the state. Speaking during the handover ceremony, Governor Soludo reflected on

By Madu Obi Operatives of the Anambra State Police command attached to the Rapid Response Squad Awkuzu has rescued 33 underaged girls from suspected trafficking syndicate in the state. In what the Police described as a breakthrough in an ongoing investigation involving a case of kidnapping, abduction, missing children and child trafficking, a female suspect,, one Ifeoma Success Anthony aged 37 years, was arrested. According to the Police, the feat followed a distress report r

By Madu Obi The former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has reacted to the recent report that India has overtaken Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy by nominal Gross Domestic Product, GDP, using the milestone to raise alarm over Nigeria’s worsening economic fortunes. According to estimates by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for 2025, India’s nominal GDP is projected at about $4.187 trillion, narrowly surpassing Japan’s $4.186 trillion.

By Madu Obi The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has cautioned the Federal Government against what he described as an approach to taxation that deepens poverty rather than promote prosperity. In a statement, Obi insisted that sustainable development cannot be achieved by overburdening already struggling citizens. According to him, genuine economic and social transformation is rooted in national consensus, transparent governance, and honest leadership.

By Madu Obi The wife of the Anambra State governor, Mrs Nonye Soludo has celebrated babies born on New Year day in her usual tradition. During her visit to the hospitals, Mrs Soludo expressed happiness that the free antenatal service initiated by the state government has been yielding fruits. In a statement, the governor's wife said: "Earlier today, we continued our yearly tradition of visiting and celebrating babies born on New Year Day in Anambra State. We call them New Yea

By Madu Obi The Governor of Anambra Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has expressed optimism that the new year would present the state with fresh opportunities to build on his administration's achievements. In his new year message, the governor said government would learn from existing challenges, and work collectively towards the goals and vision of the state defined by prosperity, adequate security, and sustainable development. Extending his best wishes to all citiz

By Madu Obi The Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Hon.Somtochukwu Udeze has urged Nigerians to see 2026 as a year of new opportunities that would redefine their collective bond as a nation. In his new year message, Udeze urged the people to view the challenges of the past years as great lessons to attain greatness by approaching the new year with positive mindset and hope. He observed that Nigeria has witnessed heightened activities in social, economic and polit

By Madu Obi The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, has reiterated the command’s ban on the burning of tyres and use of any form of social explosives across the state, especially during the crossover night celebrations to usher in the new year. In a statement through the state Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the CP said the ban is aimed at ensuring the safety of lives and property, maintaining public order, preventing damage and de

By Madu Obi As the year 2025 ends today, we stand on the threshold of a new year, which we hope will mark the beginning of Nigeria’s long-awaited socio economic transformation. For every nation, and people, moments of profound national challenge demand clarity of purpose, courage, and decisive action, for Nigeria, that moment is now! Many have said that Nigeria is an independent country in name, yet today we must begin a new struggle: the struggle for true independence based

By Madu Obi There is heightened tension at Ngene Okwuazu area of Umueri, Anambra East local government area of Anambra State, following a serious land dispute between two prominent indigenes of the community. The dispute, between Chief Okwuji George Ndive and Chief Sam Emeka, the brother of the traditional ruler of Umueri, Igwe Bennett Emeka, is already before the police as efforts by the elders of the community to resolve the matter have not yielded any fruit. In the petitio

By Madu Obi Former Secretary to the Anambra State government, Mr. Oseloka Obaze, has returned to active politics and has picked the membership card of the African Democratic Congress, ADC. He registered in his ward in Ogbaru local government area and was issued with card number 406. Obaze served as the SSG under Peter Obi and later contested for the governorship of the state on the platform of the People's Democratic Party, PDP, After the 2018 governorship election, the for

By Madu Obi Two people reportedly died and several others injured following fireworks explosion during Christmas carnival in Umuchu, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State at the weekend. The explosion was said to have occurred near the main stage of the event during the celebrations, forcing the guests to scamper for safety. The fireworks were allegedly packed in cartons and were meant to be disposed of at the event. According to an eye witness, one of the victims, id

By Madu Obi The people of Ezi Umunya village in Oyi local government area of Anambra State have staged a peaceful protest at the council headquarters, Nteje, to express their rejection of the caretaker committee allegedly nominated by the Anambra State Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Town Union Matters, Hon. Tonycollins Nwabunwanne. The protesters said the unilateral nomination without consulting the people of Ezi Umunya or other relevant stakeholders was u

By Madu Obi Chinua Soludo, the son of the Anambra State governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, paid unscheduled visit to three hospitals in Anambra State on Christmas Day, during which he cleared the hospital bills of many patients, in the spirit of the season. The visit took him to St Joseph's Hospital, Adazi Nnukwu, Anaocha local government area, General Hospital, Nnobi in Idemili South local government area and General Hospital, Ekwulobia in Aguata local government area. Mr.

Iheanyi Chukwudi As the world celebrates this year's Christmas, the Anglican Bishop of Enugu, Rt. Rev. Samuel Ike has called on Nigerians both leaders and the led, to allow the Prince of Peace to reign, in their lives and the country. Prof. Ike noted in his Christmas message that Christmas brings an unquantifiable amount of good tidings of great joy to all mankind that should be replicated in every home. Consequently, he has urged President Bola Tinubu, to, in the spirit of C